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Update from March 14, 2024

Barbara"s, " Celebration of Life "

Date: April 10th
Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Oahu Mortuary and Creamatory (Nuuanu)

Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Barbara Nishikawa, born in the year of 1954. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion and servitude. Barbara's spirit will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Michael Nishikawa, and their devoted daughter, Khatrina Meeuwsen. She was predeceased by her son, Michael Koerte.

A memorial service and viewing for Barbara will take place on April 10, 2024, at Oʻahu Mortuary. The viewing commences …

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What was Barbara's favorite color?
Red
Red
Red
What were Barbara's favorite vacation spots?
Las Vegas
Las Vegas
Las Vegas
What were Barbara's favorite ways to spend free time?
Relaxing with her family, eating out and watching her favorite tv shows and thriller…
Relaxing with her family, eating out and watching her favorite tv shows and thriller movies
Relaxing with her family, eating out and watching her favorite tv shows and thriller movies
What were Barbara's favorite movies?
Steel Magnolias, musicals
Steel Magnolias, musicals
Steel Magnolias, musicals

Timeline

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Born

1954
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Graduated from high school

1972
Waiʻanae High School, Farrington Highway, Waianae, HI
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Got married to Michael Nishikawa

January 28th, 1996

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Cause of death

Cancer

Method of disposition

Cremation

Oahu Mortuary
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Oahu Mortuary

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